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Kubuntu

Kubuntu is a free, user-friendly Linux distribution based on KDE's desktop software and on the Ubuntu operating system. It has a biannual release cycle.

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NebiOS

NebiOS is an Ubuntu-based desktop Linux distribution with a custom Wayland compositor called NebiDE (based on Wayfire). It features various user interface enhancements, an initial setup module called OOBE, the NebiOS App Runtime (napp-runtime) portable application format with bubblewrap containerization, improved gaming performance with Steam Proton integration, a kernel switcher for easy multi-kernel installation, and the Wine compatibility layer for running some Windows applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
KubuntuNebiOS
Debian, UbuntuBaseUbuntu (LTS)
apt / deb, snapPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
26.04Latest Version10.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 24, 2026Release DateFebruary 25, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
KDE PlasmaNebiDE (Wayfire)
Desktops
KDE PlasmaNebiDE (Wayfire)